Underwriter (Cargo)

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 19 March 2026
LOCATION
London
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Insurance
This employer holds a UK Home Office sponsor license — sponsorship for this specific role is at the employer’s discretion

SKILLS

Underwriting Marine Cargo Risk Assessment Broker Relationship Management Data Analysis Insurance Client Management

FULL DESCRIPTION

Underwriter (Cargo)

Vacancy Name: Underwriter (Cargo)

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: London

Role Details: We’re looking for an Underwriter (Cargo)

About Brit

At Brit, we believe that the uncertainty of the future should never stand in the way of progress. That’s why we exist. To help people and businesses face the future and thrive. We are change-makers enabled by a global workforce who collaborate to deliver a risk service. A team empowered to help our customers not only to survive the risks they face, but to stay on the front foot and keep moving forward. We believe the uncertainty of tomorrow isn’t something to fear but to seize; that it’s full of potential. Not only for our customers but our employees too.

We might write the future of risk for our brokers and clients, but we would love to help you write your future at Brit: a future based on not just progressing but on thriving – both professionally and emotionally. If you’re looking for a place to make a real difference read on.

What you’ll be doing

As an Underwriter in our Marine team, you'll underwrite a broad range of Marine Cargo risks in line with our business plan, making sound, data led decisions and referring to the Class Underwriter where appropriate. You'll work closely with brokers and other market partners to develop strong relationships, identify new opportunities and maintain Brit's profile as a leading specialist insurer. You'll also play a key part in the development of the wider team, sharing insight, supporting training and helping us deliver great outcomes for our clients and for Brit.

We welcome everyone wholeheartedly

We’ve got a truly diverse, genuinely inclusive work environment. We comfortably and confidently bring our whole selves to work, because we know we’ll be respected, valued and accepted whoever we are. Our Employee Resource groups are safe spaces for people to share their experiences, aspirations and suggestions about how we do things.

Accessibility

We are located in the Leadenhall Building on Leadenhall Street (EC3V 4AB) and are situated on floors 17, 18, and 39. All of our floors are accessible by lift, and there are building staff on hand to point you in the right direction.

The closest train / underground / DLR links are: Liverpool Street Station (7 mins), Bank Station (6 mins), Fenchurch Street Station (6 mins), Aldgate Station (7 mins).

The nearest bus stop is St Mary Axe (Stop LR or Z), which is located just outside the building.

If you have any other questions regarding accessibility, please ask.

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